John Kulze, MD
NPI 1497733794 · Ophthalmology Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Kulze, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1497733794).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1497733794
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 13052 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,719 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,508 | $115 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 560 | $81 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 498 | $32 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 332 | $37 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 209 | $57 |
| Removal of Cataract With Insertion of Prosthetic Lens66984 | 184 | $485 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 475 | 172 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 162 | 57 |
| Timolol Maleate | 125 | 56 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 118 | 38 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 104 | 34 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 87 | 28 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 53 | 45 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$219 across 10 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-01-06
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Kulze's NPI number?
- John Kulze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497733794, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Kulze's specialty?
- John Kulze is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Kulze located?
- John Kulze's practice location on file with NPPES is 2270 Ashley Crossing Dr, Charleston, SC 29414.
- What is John Kulze's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Kulze is (843) 556-2357.
- Does John Kulze accept Medicare?
- John Kulze is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Kulze's NPI active?
- Yes — John Kulze's NPI (1497733794) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.